Open To Work
Vaughan Pearce
Beachlands School
Beachlands,Auckland
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
2 weeks notice
Desired Job Title
SupervisorConstruction SupervisorResidential SupervisorSite Supervisor
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Auckland, AUK
Open to relocation:
Yes
41
years of professional experience
With over three years of experience at Brian Perry Civil, I have successfully supervised multiple projects, gaining valuable expertise in the civil sectors. Prior to this I supervised residential builds. My ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders—such as Council inspectors, suppliers, sub-contractors, clients, and staff—has been central to my success. I believe that effective communication is crucial to project success, and I ensure consistent, clear dialogue with all relevant parties. Additionally, my experience as a senior supervisor at Brian Perry Civil has provided me with a solid understanding of tier one company processes and methodologies.
Work History
Caretaker
11 Months- Managed daily maintenance activities, ensuring prompt resolution of operational issues to minimize disruptions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with staff to enhance collaboration and support operational efficiency.
- Eliminated entire backlog of pending jobs, ensuring timely project completion.
- Beachlands Schools facilitates educational programs for over 700 children aged 5 to 12 years.
Supervisor
2 Years- Developed and executed robust systems for inventory control and material movement management to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted teams in maintaining quality control standards. Provided support in managing customer relationships. Offered guidance on effective problem-solving strategies.
- Sourced parts and materials to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget parameters. Supported project planning efforts to achieve successful outcomes. Facilitated collaboration among team members to streamline project execution.
- Established and optimized robust systems to drive organizational growth.
- Implemented strategies to minimize maintenance requirements and reduce operational overhead.
- Streamlined and documented processes for staff training and operational efficiency.
- Established and enforced health and safety documentation and procedures.
- Surpassed growth and profit timeline expectations through strategic planning.
- Facilitated transition due to business relocation to a larger commercial facility outside the area.
Site Supervisor
3 Years 1 Month- As a senior site supervisor for Brian Perry Civil I have been fortunate in being exposed to various projects and held the above role for two totally different types of projects, worth thirty million dollars each.
- Key Achievements and Highlights:
- Involved with the restoration of the turning circle of the main runway at Auckland International Airport.
- Working as part of the delivering team on the new Watercare chemical treatment plant in Tuakau.
- Working as part of the delivering team on the new culverts at Wolverton Road New Lynn for Auckland Transport.
- Building of the new foam tank at Auckland Airport.
- Daily inspections of each project ensuring workmanship is consistently to a high standard.
- Troubleshooting any issues and ensuring all workmanship is compliant to the building code standards.
- Reason for Leaving: Support my son with a start-up business, and implement procedures that allow for growth.
Construction Supervisor
9 Months- Oversaw successful execution of new residential construction projects in Pukekohe area and managed development of 310-unit retirement village in Drury.
- Assisted teams in achieving project milestones within designated timelines and budgets. Supported project coordination to enhance team productivity and efficiency. Contributed to the successful execution of tasks by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Executed project builds, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
- Oversaw development of new homes, achieving a maintenance-free status for homeowners.
- Elevated workmanship standards through rigorous quality control measures.
- Consistently delivered results that exceeded developer expectations, enhancing project outcomes.
- Established and maintained clear communication channels with developer sub-contractors and council inspectors to ensure project alignment.
- Directed operations for an average of 15 sites in Pukekohe and Drury regions to ensure optimal performance.
- Compiled and delivered weekly progress reports to General Manager.
- Facilitated management coordination and communication with all sub-contractors.
- Monitored and enforced compliance with health and safety standards across all sites.
- Oversaw coordination and management of material deliveries to site.
- Conducted daily inspections of each project to uphold high workmanship standards.
- Resolved technical issues and ensured compliance with building code standards.
- Faced redundancy as a result of organizational restructuring during COVID-19 pandemic.
Site Supervisor
2 Years 4 Months- As a site supervisor for GJ Gardner homes I was responsible for the success of residential new builds.
- Key Achievements and Highlights:
- The last 30+ builds all came in on time and under budget
- Very little, if any maintenance required on new homes
- Very few, if any come-backs on workmanship
- Exceeded expectations of home owners and management on many occasions
- Working autonomously, managing on average 15-18 sites across the Pukekohe region
- Progress reporting weekly to the Operations Manager
- Management, coordination and liaising with all sub-contractors
- Ensuring every site maintains high health and safety standards
- Coordination and managing delivery of all materials to site
- Daily inspections of each project ensuring workmanship is consistently to a high standard
- Troubleshooting any issues and ensuring all workmanship is compliant to the building code standards.
- Effective communications with homeowners, sub-contractors and GJ Gardener staff and management.
- Reason for Leaving: I would like to gain a role where I can further develop my career, ideally with an organisation who can offer training, development and career progression.
Systems Administrator
4 Years 2 Months- Directed systems administration efforts within IT department, optimizing technology resources for 110 staff at Panasonic New Zealand Ltd.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget parameters. Supported project initiatives by coordinating resources and tasks effectively. Contributed to project success through collaboration and communication with team members.
- Maintained operational integrity of 64 servers, ensuring zero downtime.
- Oversaw implementation of system updates to enhance operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed and resolved system and email faults to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managed Citrix system operations to enhance performance and ensure reliability for end-users.
- Coordinated the transition of 110 employees to new office premises to enhance operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed and resolved staff IT issues, focusing on connectivity and hardware to maintain operational efficiency.
Panel Beater
15 Years- Completed apprenticeship, obtained trade certificate, and advanced through multiple positions in panel beating, culminating in workshop management.
Education
L4 Supervisors Certificate - BCITO
Site Safe - Site Safety
Numerous job specific IT qualifications - Software Engineering
Diploma - Computing
Trade Certificate - Panel Beater
Skills
Professional networking
Team management
Analytical problem solving
Clear verbal communication
Effective leadership
Proactive
Timeline
Caretaker
Beachlands School
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor
Miata Parts NZ
12.2023 - 12.2025Read More
Site Supervisor
Brian Perry Civil
11.2020 - 12.2023Read More
Construction Supervisor
Generation Homes
07.2019 - 04.2020Read More
Site Supervisor
GJ Gardner Homes
03.2017 - 07.2019Read More
Systems Administrator
Panasonic New Zealand
05.2011 - 07.2015Read More
Panel Beater
Post Office Workshops NZ
01.1986 - 01.2001Read More
BCITO
L4 Supervisors Certificate from BCITO
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Site Safe NZ
Site Safe from Site Safety
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Multiple Education Organisations
Numerous job specific IT qualifications from Software Engineering
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Manukau Institute of Technology
Diploma from Computing
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Manukau Institute of Technology
Trade Certificate from Panel Beater
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